Surprise Bridal Shower + Shopping for Wedding Day Essentials!

the current pipeline of my emotions as the wedding nears is just tears on top of tears, followed by MORE TEARS 🥲 and I don't foresee a pause in this behavior anytime soon HAHAH apologies in advance for these next few weeks leading up to the MF WEDDING O M G
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[@hunternorton846]

NEED TO ADD: mini sewing kit!!, eye lash glue, tampons, mints/gum

[@novel85]

Sewing kit is so key! I've had to sew up busted bustles, or help re-attach a back button.

[@pa-trycja]

A mini sewing kit is ALWAYS in my bag for a wedding because there is always some crazy wardrobe catastrophe in the girls bathroom and weirdly enough super glue too!!

[@audreywylie5009]

This is what I was going to say, too. These are must haves!

[@laurDIYvlogs]

PURCHASED!!!!

[@jessicakeane9731]

@@laurDIYvlogsgirlie! How did you forget the lactaid!

[@Ceirramist44]

NEED TO ADD: Stud earrings. They work as a safety pin but are a lot more ascetic for your big day! I have seen pearls earrings used that look really lovely. Wishing you the best day and a wonderful and prosperous future. Congratulations!! ❤

[@morganmarie1316]

NEED TO ADD: contact solution, q-tips helpful to crying, nail glue

[@meggzilla009]

The pups are getting their own manager for the wedding that is so cute 😂

[@laurDIYvlogs]

LITERALLY MANAGER HAHAHA

[@calistagiannonatti3914]

My husband and I came home after our wedding and it was the BEST idea. Being able to sleep in our own bed after a long, wonderful day and just chilling at home the next morning was what we both needed.

[@laurDIYvlogs]

ugh love to hear it!!!!

[@Sincerelywendyy]

Yesss😮

[@gollyitslolly2]

We did the same! We didn’t even leave for our honeymoon until Monday night. Our wedding was on Saturday. And it was SO NICE. You will be exhausted after the wedding.

[@andriairaa]

I'm so happy you're getting married, but also will miss the bridal era SOOO much 💖👰‍♀

[@laurDIYvlogs]

ME TOO I MISS IT SO MUCH ALREADYYYY

[@A.and.H.Adventures]

I’M SCREAMING!! THOSE DIGGY AND MOOSE FIGURES ARE SO FREAKING ADORABLE😭😍🙌🏻 Lauren I can’t wait for your wedding but at the same time I can because I am LIIVVING for this wedding planning content. So excited for you 💕🤗

[@laurDIYvlogs]

the artist went SO above and beyond omfg i want to keep them forever

[@A.and.H.Adventures]

Yes you must! They are truly so perfect😍After the wedding you could put them somewhere special in the house where you and Jeremy can always walk by and see them but also somewhere safe since they are so fragile☺️🐾

[@RadhikaVanjara]

LASH GLUE! That stuff saved my ASSS at my wedding. It holds jewelry in place like nothing else - doesn’t damage anything and nobody can see it and all of my jewelry was ON POINT in all of the photos thanks to that. So if you have particularly dangly necklaces or want to make sure the necklace clasp stays behind your neck, lash glue will be your best friend!

[@amandajohnson-souza255]

Emergency kit suggestions: some sort of tummy soothing tea (ie ginger), tums, saltine crackers. Nerves and excitement can give you tummy issues and nausea while you get ready. And if you are nauseous you won’t eat anything… and if you don’t eat anything you will regret it later in the day. I bring tummy essentials to all of my friend’s weddings and it is always needed!

[@laurDIYvlogs]

omg you already know the tummy kit will be A+ HAHAHAH anxious/ibs gorly

[@smome7773]

I would also add peppermint gum or actual mints. Mint is naturally soothing

[@millylarz]

​@@laurDIYvlogsoh and alcohol swab wipes like the little ones that are just isopropyl alcohol, when you smell them they really help with nausea if you need it in emergencies, no idea why but they work🙌.

[@mandaleemilly6367]

A small sewing kit and tons of safety pins saved my wedding lol. It seemed like every girl had dress issues including myself. Double stick tape for slippage and a magic eraser for deodorant spots on clothes are also handy to have. And don’t forget comfortable shoes for later!

[@billiejopierson371]

Toothpicks floss, whitening strips, toothpaste, let’s stick, bobby pins, safety, pens, extra hairspray

[@AbbiGrasso13]

"You're not letting those touch the ground are you?" LOLOL

[@anokhiashwin5223]

honestly you're inspiring because i've been watching you since I was little and the way your content has changed it truly felt l had you to grow up with! congratulations on your happily ever after!

[@ChristinaReyn]

As a wedding photographer I am SO impressed with your prep kit! Maybe add a little sewing kit but your planner will probably have one! Cant wait for the wedding ❤️

[@laurDIYvlogs]

omg thank you!!! this is so reassuring!

[@kylieburnett7152]

I am living my bridal era as a broke girly with no friends, so I'm living vicariously through you!

[@hannahvangelder2748]

Mini deodorant/perfume! Mini sewing kit! If your dress has any lace up aspect bring extra ribbon!! Gum/mints/listerine tabs. Feminine hygiene products. Hand sanitizer. Extra underwear and pair of sandals & I would pack a mini first aid kit just in case. Oh also eyelash and nail glue and a compact mirror

[@alisalaska1786]

Oh my god!!!! Those bandanas are the CUTEST THING EVER! Gosh miss those fun parts of wedding planning. So fun ❤️

[@DestinyR7]

Mini sewing kit, nail clippers tweezers, different types of glue, bobby pins, feminine hygiene products, protein bar/ snacks (no one likes a hangry person) 😂

[@natemr4482]

I can't wait for your wedding Lauren ♥️

[@theoadelberg5522]

I used to be a stage manager, so things that I always had in my emergency kit for backstage: mini sewing kit, tampons, mints/gum, Pedialyte/Gatorade/LiquidIV packets, cough drops, mini deodorant, contact solution, mini nail repair kit (nail file, nail glue, etc), bobby pins & hair ties, tweezers (normally in a first aid but just in case), sticky tape, and emergency snacks (protein bar, trail mix, fruit snacks, crackers, etc [basically stuff that won't stain but will fill you in a pinch). Very excited for you!!

[@Queenie11265]

I just had my wedding two weeks ago! And I am so excited for yours!! A tip on preventing blisters from heels is to use elastic athletic tape as bandages before u even have the heels on area you are likely to get blisters. They don’t slip off as easily as the normal bandages/ankle bandages.

[@emilyloh]

ahhhhhh i’m so freaking excited and happy for u!!!!! moose and diggy r gonna be the cutest pups ever, soooo proud of how far u have come, ILY FOREVER😭💕

[@eveeAndO]

-Looking at the wedding ring made everything so real. Like omg Lauren is going to be a whole ass wife! -One of the things l struggled with, was going to sleep on the days leading up to the wedding, because of the internal to do lists. So l kept a note pad beside my bed and wrote down everything that l thought of doing/ needed to do. And once it was written down, l could peacefully go to sleep because l knew that it wouldn't be forgotten. - The zoomies at the end were wonderful to watch 😊

[@styledbyjordan]

Wait I love the dress!!! Adding to cart so fast!!! Thank you for the sizing details!!! So excited for you to get married!!! I hope you had the best time at your bridal shower 🥹🩷

[@shaznayyy14]

so excited for the wedding!! 🫶🏼🫶🏼🫶🏼

[@veronicasvideodiaries]

Absolutely love you in your bridal era! I'm more excited to hear about your thoughts after it's all said and done too 🥰🥰🥰

[@cassandrafox1077]

I’m soooooooo happy for you I’m screaming! I’m also engaged but we’re not financially ready for the wedding yet so I’ve loved being able to see this whole process through you for ideas and what not. 🆘 Kit to include: Mini sewing kit, boob tape or extra sticky bras or what not just in case, garment tape incase anything doesn’t stay where it’s supposed to, tampons/pads/flex cup/disk, eyelash glue, nail clippers for any hang nails or hanging skin, things to fix nails if they chip or break off, bandaids, extra earring backs, scrunches or hair ties incase you need to put your hair up, TUMMY MEDS nerves and emotions can cause tummy issues and we all know how tummy issues can come out of no where, poop bags and pet wipes for the boys too lol

[@w0ahitzmari]

As a part time day of coordinator and bridal attendant those shout wipes are the goat! I got make up out of a groom’s white tux and no stain in site! Highly recommend to stock up! Also sewing kit 100% and a mini stitch gun is so clutch!

[@melissamcleay9818]

You deserve the world and more. Diggy and moose cake topper is so adorable and perfect

[@Jiyak13]

AAAAAH I cant believe how close we are to the wedding!!! Im so happy for you and Jeremy Lauren. So much love, positivity, peace and health your way girl!!! Its like my big sister is getting married aaah. 🥰🥰

[@laurenmcdermott5394]

To add to the kit - power strip!!! Game changer if the room doesn’t have enough outlets or outlets in ideal spots for hairdresser and makeup artist!

[@MarryOnChain]

Marriage is a beautiful union of two souls, a promise of love, commitment, and partnership. A wedding is a celebration of this bond, a joyous occasion filled with laughter, tears, and cherished memories. It marks the beginning of a new chapter, a lifetime of love, growth, and shared experiences.

[@brennamiller4620]

lauren you and i have the EXACT same taste for wedding themes, decor, and everything else it has been so incredible seeing your visions come to life ❤

[@MissTraceyAnn]

Jeremy in the background going I am an ally not a participant had me rolling 😂😂

[@abbieheikkila6861]

I’m so excited for you!! 💖

[@alyssajoybuenavente1477]

Not sure what else you need for your kit, but we are so excited for your wedding❣️

[@brownc263]

I'm also getting married next month and i've felt like you and i are stressing at the same time together and knowing that we're triple checking everything now that it's coming up is so comforting that we're like almost there and that i'm not alone in feeling this way haha.

[@TaylahLouiseBudgets]

As someone eloping in a few months and trying to avoid any wedding planning, I’m living vicariously through your joy with everything bridal 😅

[@carriecardwell7028]

Maybe a couple pads & tampons just in case for anyone who gets an unexpected visitor, a mini deodorant, hand sanitizer, gum or mints, a nail kit. Just a few ideas. Hope that helps. Super excited to see sum footage of the wedding!!!! Congratulations & remember to enjoy urself & don't stress on the day that's what ur wedding planner is there for.

[@theinstabookworm6428]

I've been watching your videos since 2015 and I'm so freaking happy for you!

[@audreyjoranniger5234]

Jeremy’s first reaction being “do you have matching ones for diggo and bubbies?” He’s so pure

[@emilyallan3312]

The wedding dreams are so real 😅 I’d also recommend static spray and oil blotting sheets! Those were the most used in our baskets for the wedding.

[@katiepopcheff7500]

Mini sewing kit/safety pins, chalk for if you get makeup on your dress, baby powder for shoes, eyelash glue, and liquid iv are things that I would add to your emergency kit!😊

[@kaitfchl]

a tube of hydrocortisone!!!! i always keep come with me because Im prone to skin irritation from clothing/jewelry, but its come in handy for friends when they have allergic reactions, eczema flare ups, bug bites, rashes, cold sores, etc!!! also super glue, some kind of lotion antiperspirant (like carpe), and a sunscreen that you’ve tested before hand that you know won’t stain

[@jessicaclayton3395]

Could we get an updated tattoo tour? It looks like you’ve gotten some sense the last tattoo vlog. ❤ LOVING this wedding content. Making me realize how much goes into a wedding and although I’m not engaged (yet) to my boyfriend, I’m definitely making a list!!!

[@alliwantisquiet]

Usually dont like wedding bands that much but yours is perfect!!

[@lyndsays1373]

SEWING KIT! I was just a bridesmaid and I brought one and ended up having to resew a button on a groomsmen’s jacket, family members dress, etc. It’s SOOO good to have

[@tiffy13love]

Nail glue, garment double sided tape ( truly amazing for keeping straps, and necklace in place) , bobby pins

[@sheronemcknight-linton7272]

Your wedding going to be so amazing congratulations to you both that's going to be something to remember for the rest of your life congratulations ✨🫰🏽⭐🤓🤩

[@Kh0p3]

NEED TO ADD: baby wipes (they will save the day with any blood on a white dress. Take some spit (i know gross but the saliva breaks down the blood) and then clean it with the baby wipe! Has worked miracles for weddings I’ve worked!

[@mtap.]

What a vlog! I also just found the Capybara Squishmallow, and I can say, it may be the best purchase I have made.

[@BibbyLou99]

This was the best way to start my day ❤

[@jdavisjohnson3380]

I love that when you drop the clay Diggy, you say “*ruins wedding*” but then correct it to just the wedding cake. My first impulse would be to chance the whole wedding too 😂😂😂

[@morgandunn1001]

I also came home with my husband after my wedding rather than booking a hotel room. It was the perfect ending to the night because we stayed up a little longer together to talk about the day and our favorite parts. It was a beautiful intimate time ♥️ 10/10 recommend

[@rubyquinn1244]

Mini sewing kit is a light saver and if you have strung button lops a crochet hook are amazing and help speed up the buttons

[@mycraftyworld.5654]

I can't wait for the wedding it's happening omg ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️

[@briarthaud23]

When's your wedding day again Lauren? I'm so excited to see all of the wedding day vlogs and behind the scenes vlogs that I'm hoping you'll post. I can't believe the big day is almost here. I've been loving all of the wedding vlogs and I really loved your bachelorette trip vlogs part 1 and part 2.

[@treccty]

The zoomies at the end😂also lauren you are so pretty and glowinggg!

[@nataliexx2]

‼️From personal experience ‼️ Definitely need safety pins, sewing kit with white thread and stud earrings!! Someone stepped on my train and ripped the button that attached my train up on my dress. If I didn’t have my safety pins and thread my planner would not of been able to fix it!! Used the studs for quick fix then once we finished welcoming guests my wedding planner sewed the button back on. Congrats again!! So excited for you and Jeremy!! Can’t wait to hear about it on the pod or here!!❤

[@lesliedenise9462]

Not me freaking out that we have the same squish mellow but mine is a different size, I love your bridal content era, so excited for you and Jeremy!!

[@shreyap111]

soo happy for u😭😭😭✨✨

[@heathershepherd6879]

When I heard you say your wedding is in one month I got really excited! My birthday is in one month April 19th! And I'm not assuming it would be on the same day but it would definitely be crazy if it was!😃

[@dubba1214]

Not a need to add but little tip: when my sister in law got married, a friend of hers suggested that on the day of the wedding, she wear her engagement ring on her right hand. That way, after the wedding, when she had her wedding band, she could put her engagement ring back on the left hand.

[@colbydesales7265]

Razor for legs in case anyone want to touch up a missed spot, wrinkle release spray, static spray, SNACKS!! Lol great to be able to grab a granola bar if you get hungry during hair/makeup.

[@MahamIrfan]

Coming here after the actual wedding, and im still crying

[@emilybradshaw7859]

Ice breakers!!! Helps to freshen up before ceremony and can help keep nerves down, without worrying about being stuck with gum ❤

[@TiffanyWSuarez]

From experience on our wedding day. Extra backing to ear rings. One earring back wouldn’t stay in. A small steamer for bridesmaids and mens shirts. Cash incase you have to send someone to the store. Snacks because i did not eat and almost passed out.

[@Melza01]

For earrings, if your hair is up, a little diamanté drop style is cute and if your hair is down, diamanté studs 👌🏽 also carry the Hermès flats the girls got you as a back up when pics etc are done and if your feet hurt:

[@Jiddy12345]

the dog figurines look so good

[@jencuriouschild844]

I would definitely add: Mini prepasted toothbrush - easy, on the go, and no rinsing. My sister's wedding planner brought these and everyone use them! The ones we used are called: Colgate Optic White Wisp Disposable Mini Toothbrush, Peppermint

[@Ella1297]

Hey Lauren, I know your wedding is both inside and outside so for any outdoor bits, I would recommend sunglasses or a little parasol umbrella, so that your eyes aren’t straining and you’re not getting sunburnt😎🫶🔥☂️💗✨

[@eimanaser1048]

The shout remover is so great!!!

[@cozmicfox]

I literally assumed the dress was for love & lemons! You look so pretty 🤍

[@nikkihendy5936]

ADORABLE DOGOS cake toppers

[@TheeErinElizabeth_]

Bobby pins! In case hair stylist doesn’t bring enough for you or anyone there & flushable wipes, just in case 😂 mini fans & beauty blenders for touch ups

[@stephanieellwood4979]

Love that you are sharing your bridal eta with us, but let’s be real those couch zoomies with Moose and Diggy stole the show here!

[@carolinekelley477]

I heard that having a small piece of white chalk is good for the emergency kit! It can cover little stains or spills on your dress just in the moment

[@casiecarlson3412]

1000% a sewing kit & safety pin!! Someone accidentally stepped on the edge of my wedding dress, and I was walking by, and it ripped out my bustle...we has to safey pin it up and then sew my into another part of my dress with the kit!

[@Cutiepenguin42]

Mini manicure kit, a couple face towels (I know you said tissues, but sometimes a towel is better), toothpics (maybe the minty ones?), tummy medicine, a folding fan just in case it's hot or you get stressed!

[@sakara130]

My mom who helps with weddings at our church always brings tampons, pads, mints, and tylenol, and nail and sewing kits. Also buttons in black and white.

[@edwardleecaliforniausa]

Good morning Lauren happy Thursday morning and I loved your vlogs and you are amazing Supporter

[@haileymaurer1129]

The shout wipes do work better than tide pens!! And they don’t leave a weird pale yellow color that tide sometimes does on white fabric

[@Ckay001]

Highly recommend adding a mini fan and sewing kit!!

[@bailiericketts5749]

hey girl! i just noticed in your shopping trip the eye drops you grabbed, i work for optometrist and ophthalmologist and they allll recommended to never use those! Stay away from drops that say “keep the red out” or “redness relief” If you like that sit to the cosmetic look pick up Lumify! Also any other drops stick with name brands such as Refresh or Systane! Very passionate about my job and love to spread information!

[@meganbaird10]

Bobby pins, pads/tampons, contact solution and the tape stuff that helps hold strapless dress up.

[@lavenderkiss2517]

Mini sewing kit, sanitary products, nail glue (my best friend stubbed her toe day of her wedding and broke her big toe nail, she was able to temporarily glue it back on) & tweezers!

[@shelbycorreia67]

I started building an emergency kit but my wedding planner already had one that they bring. Could yours possibly be doing the same? Lumify eye drops are a MUST. Make your eyes so white. Also nail glue to glue jewelry in place so the clasps don’t move. Recommended to me was chalk for any stains on a while dress but thankfully didn’t need

[@rachelbarshinger6421]

A sewing kit with threads that match your dress, the bridesmaid dresses and groomsman suits! I had a bridesmaid break her dress strap and my bustle broke so we sewed that too!

[@itzjustwendyy]

Little jewelry hack for photos!! Use eyelash glue on the pendants of the bracelets or necklace you decide to wear so they stay in place all day/night

[@emilycassell7408]

NEED TO ADD: Mini sewing kit, Super Glue! ( you never know if a sole of a shoe decides to fall off)

[@eyeseajujubee]

I’m so happy for you!! The brunch was such a sweet surprise from your friends! MOOSE AND DIGGY FIGURINES 🥹🐶💖

[@TiffanyWSuarez]

I did a cake topper pf me and my husband and did matching cut out of my husky to put on the bottom layer or our cake. It was so cute. I brought a wine box from etsy and let my wedding party write letters for us to read on our one year anniversary. We added to it on our 2 year anniversary. We put our cake toppers in. Me and my husband wrote letters to each other to read before walking down the aisle and a letter to read on one year anniversary.

[@janelledelosreyes4587]

August bride here! Can you post the questions you thought of for your wedding planner when you were in the target parking lot? Thanks! Lysm

[@shaylawagner8837]

Extra little shoe stoppers to put on the heels if you are in grass!! Sometimes they fall off walking down stairs and whatnot to the ceremony!!

[@kimgreen7458]

I’ve read chalk is better for covering stains on your wedding dress as it doesn’t leave behind any residue. I read that while researching for my sister’s emergency kit. Also fashion tape, you should def add that!

[@isabellemerry1336]

Deodorant!! Maybe mini perfume roller of whatever fragrance you’re wearing! Maybe Lactaid?? ❤❤

[@kristenleblond5047]

Jeremy, you kill me. You're such a dad dog!!! LOL!!!

[@sheilalaboyortiz5797]

Mini sewing kit!! Is a must

[@JessBresseau]

The tide to go is so smart. My florist forgot to take the pollen anthers from the lilies in my bouquet, during the first look the best man ran and got a tide to go pen because my dress had bright yellow marks on the front, it saved the day!

[@martinaschlagl3882]

I can't wait for the wedding to actually happen but I'll also miss all the pre wedding content 🥲